PORTSMOUTH CHORAL UNION
Practises and puts on public performances of music often in collaboration with young persons/school choirs, orchestras and bands and with young soloists. Holds 'Come and Sing' events for public participation.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held free reserves of £68,313.91 as of 31 July 2025, which meets its policy target of holding one year's running costs. However, the trustees note concerns regarding rising costs, smaller audiences, and an aging membership profile, indicating potential financial pressures despite current reserve adequacy.
What the accounts disclose
“Member subscriptions and (normally) ticket sales provide the majority of our income.”
“Our policy is to try to hold one year’s running costs in reserve which we achieved in this financial year.”
Trustees
- Sylvia Mary Lockchair
- Dr ALISON MARGARET BARKER
- Dr Andrea Hegedus
- Dr David Gweirydd Griffiths
- JANE HELLIWELL
- Julie Ann Smith
- Lesley Evelyn Chapman
- Lois Houston
- Paul Alastair Hately
- Sonia Helen SCHOFIELD
- Susan Florence Ward
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £48k | £34k |
| 31/07/2024 | £40k | £27k |
| 31/07/2023 | £24k | £33k |
| 31/07/2022 | £28k | £37k |
| 31/07/2021 | £18k | £51k |
Common questions
Is PORTSMOUTH CHORAL UNION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held free reserves of £68,313.91 as of 31 July 2025, which meets its policy target of holding one year's running costs. However, the trustees note concerns regarding rising costs, smaller audiences, and an aging membership profile, indicating potential financial pressures despite current reserve adequacy.